Ski resorts
Courchevel: luxury skiing in Les 3 Vallées and where to stay
Palace hotels, ski-in/ski-out living and an airport of its own in the mountains. This is Courchevel, the most exclusive ski resort in the Alps, and the hotels that make it a dream.
Courchevel is the ski resort where luxury is not an extra but a given. Palace hotels sit right alongside the pistes, and you click into your skis outside the door before gliding into one of the world’s largest ski areas.
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The most exclusive ski resort in the Alps
Courchevel is made up of several villages, and Courchevel 1850 is the best known, with luxury hotels, exclusive boutiques and world-class restaurants. The resort even has its own airport, the Altiport, high up in the mountains.
The slopes of Les 3 Vallées
Courchevel is part of Les 3 Vallées, and from here you can ski on to Méribel and Val Thorens. The runs around Courchevel are known for excellent grooming and a wide choice for every level.
Getting to Courchevel
The nearest major airports are Geneva, Lyon and Chambéry. Trains run to Moûtiers, from where you take a bus or transfer up to Courchevel.
A day in Courchevel
In Courchevel the day often begins with breakfast and views of snow-covered mountains, before you step straight out onto the slopes from the hotel. The pistes are perfectly groomed, the lifts are fast, and in no time you can be heading towards Méribel and on into Les 3 Vallées. It is a ski holiday where everything simply works.
Lunch is an experience in itself. The mountain restaurants offer everything from simple, honest dishes to exclusive French cuisine, and the terraces are full of people enjoying the sun. Afterwards you can take a few more runs, or relax completely in one of the hotels’ spas.
When is the best time to visit Courchevel?
The season normally runs from December to April. January often brings good snow and a calmer atmosphere, while March offers longer days and plenty of sunshine. Christmas and New Year are the most exclusive weeks, and hotels fill up early, so book well in advance.
Skiing with children in Courchevel
Courchevel is known for luxury, but it is also a great place for families. There are ski schools, gentle runs and dedicated beginner areas. With ski-in/ski-out access, daily life is simple, and children can learn in safe surroundings while the rest of the family explores Les 3 Vallées.
Food, shopping and evenings
In the evening Courchevel 1850 sparkles. Exclusive boutiques sit side by side with world-class restaurants, and the atmosphere is both elegant and relaxed. You can dine at one of the finest kitchens in the Alps, or enjoy a quiet dinner at the hotel by the fire.
Tips before you book
Choose a lift pass for the whole of Les 3 Vallées if you want to ski to Méribel and Val Thorens. Book restaurants early in high season, and choose a ski-in/ski-out hotel to make the most of your days.
The villages of Courchevel
Courchevel is made up of several villages at different altitudes, each with its own atmosphere. The highest are the most exclusive, while the lower ones often offer more affordable places to stay and a quieter mood. All share access to the same vast ski area.
Where to stay in Courchevel
In Courchevel the hotels are part of the experience. Here are three with ski-in/ski-out access.
Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin: new luxury
A luxury hotel with ski-in/ski-out access, a spa and ski storage.
Book your stay: See rooms at Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin
Hôtel Le Strato: elegant and intimate
A luxury hotel with ski-in/ski-out access and a spa.
Book your stay: See rooms at Hôtel Le Strato
Fouquet’s Courchevel: a palace on the slopes
A palace hotel with ski-in/ski-out access and two restaurants.
Book your stay: See rooms at Fouquet’s Courchevel
Want to compare? See all our ski resorts or read about skiing in Méribel.
Frequently asked questions about skiing in Courchevel
Where should I stay in Courchevel?
Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin, Hôtel Le Strato and Fouquet’s Courchevel all offer ski-in/ski-out access. Most of the luxury hotels are in Courchevel 1850.
What is Courchevel 1850?
Courchevel 1850 is the best known of Courchevel’s villages, with luxury hotels, exclusive boutiques and world-class restaurants.
How do you get to Courchevel?
Fly to Geneva, Lyon or Chambéry and take the train to Moûtiers. From there, buses and transfers run up to Courchevel.
Is Courchevel only for the wealthy?
Courchevel is known for luxury, but the slopes of Les 3 Vallées are open to everyone. The lower villages often have more affordable places to stay.